Current mood: relieved/somewhat let down
Just back from my parents' house this afternoon. Visiting is hard work.
It's distressing to see what's happened to my hometown. All these enormous apartment complexes are popping up along the beaches and throughout town. They're all pretty ugly and poorly made. And cost almost as much as an apartment in Vancouver. Seriously. Progress isn't necessarily a good thing, and 8 storey apartments in a town where you aren't supposed to build over 3 or 4 (the firetrucks can't reach above 3 storeys) is obviously greedy. It would be easier to see the town fall apart if I didn't know that people on town council are getting paid off to give permits to their buddies to build and then getting further kickbacks when the projects are finished. But, alas; this is progress.
I also have a feeling that my parents' neighbours are the friends of a new friend who mentioned having friends there. What are the odds? I've never seen them and I'm not positive, but from the info gleaned from my parents it seems plausible.
I saw some guys from high school and was pleased that the one still does cheek kisses when greeting girls. I wish I could say it's just because it's me, but it's cultural; he's Portuguese. I do wish more people would double cheek kiss. When I lived in Japan and hung out with the Brazilians, it was awesome to meet new people because they would all cheek kiss and you'd instantly feel more comfortable and familiar. And the same during my French homestay. Maybe it's time to adopt it daily. Everyone likes being kissed, don't they?
Currently watching:
It's All Gone Pete Tong
Release date: 20 September, 2005
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